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A Biedermeier Antique Writing Cylinder Bureau/Desk with Drawers c1880

About the Item

A sophisticated antique Danish (?) cylinder bureau desk with drawers. A great piece! Rare Biedermeier style. The cylinder top slides up to reveal a plethora of drawers, hidden drawers, nooks and crannies. Tiny bone knobs. The top drawer acts as the desk top, and slides out. A portion can be put at an angle to read a book from. Charming engraved scenes of village life on some of the drawer fronts. Key with tassel. Nice color with a waxed finish. Condition: scratches, dents, marks, stains, rings, historical repairs and alterations, splits, uneven coloring, Dimensions: Height: 27.5" Width: 39" Depth: 24" BA22-2182
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Width: 39 in (99.06 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Biedermeier (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Historical repairs and replacements. Refinished. Replacements made: Historical repairs and replacements. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Oak Park, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9637238643932
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